Experience Clay

By - Maureen Mackey

Floor - Floor 3

Published - Davis Publications, Inc., Worcester, Mass., 2011

ISBN 10 - 1615280308

ISBN 13 - 9781615280308

Book Status - 1 Qnty Available with us.

Subject - Pottery

Shelf No - 1

Call Number - 738.1 MAU 2011

Edition - 2nd ed 2011

Physical Description - ix, 280 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm.

Notes - Includes Index

Book Information

Brings an ancient art form to the contemporary classroom, inspiring students with exciting images, clear instruction, and fundamental background. This contemporary guide to clay techniques, tools, and traditions is as inspirational as it is practical. Supported by clear, step-by-step illustrations, this comprehensive resource details a range of handbuilding and wheel-throwing techniques and is a wonderful source for exploring ancient traditions and historic innovations in the world ofceramic art. From the properties of clay to decoration and firing, all information presented is shown against a rich backdrop of dynamic professional and student work. The student text explores ancient traditions and historic innovations. It also includes carefully crafted lessons organized for success in creating art and mastering key concepts and skills while introducing students to: * Contemporary masters * Cutting-edge works of art * New media * Techniques and safety precautions *Current careers in art

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